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honda made a big impact with the 1800 VTX, a huge custom bike powered by the biggest twin on the planet. Now comes the "little" brother. A copy-paste of the 1800, it loses a front brake disc, the inverted fork, 20 kg, but also quality. Normal for a machine half the price, but we still expect a "classy" finish from a custom bike, especially when the manufacturer has built its reputation on the quality of its models. Easy to handle thanks to its low seat height and XXL handlebars, the powerful twin drives the heavy custom smoothly, punctuating its revs with a pleasant sound. A ride in town brings out the machine's shortcomings: a cable clutch that requires a lot of grip, braking that has to be fetched with conviction, and handlebar width that's not reassuring when you have to weave in and out of traffic. Taken cruising on beautiful roads, the twin's torque is a delight. But it's best not to pick up the pace, as the suspension is quickly overwhelmed and the low ground clearance quickly files the running boards. These are certainly common faults on custom bikes, but we're really disappointed by the finish - for the price, we couldn't expect chrome parts from Milwaukee.

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Published on 10/12/20
by Greg

Key facts Honda VTX 1300 S (2005) : What you need to know before you buy

Highlights

Torquey motor
Bruit
Pleasant line

Weak points

Braking a little tight
Ground clearance
Finition

Prices

	Basic version
France	11,900€

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Model sold in 2003 2004 2005 2006

Performance

Max speed : approximately 185 km/h (115 mph)
Average fuel consumption : 6 liters/100km (0.39 mpg)
Estimated range : 300 km (186 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.

Specifications Honda VTX 1300 S 2005

Chassis: Frame : double tubular steel cradle; Fuel capacity : 18 liters (4.76 US gallons); Seat height : 686 mm (27.01 in); Length : 2,575 mm (101.38 in); Width : 960 mm (37.80 in); Min height : 1,125 mm (44.29 in); Wheelbase : 1,669 mm (65.71 in); Dry weight : 300 kg (661 lb); Weight when fully loaded : 320 kg (705 lb)

Front axle: Telescopic fork Ø 41 mm, Wheel travel : 130 mm (5.12 in); Braking 1 disc Ø 336 mm (13.23 in), 2-piston caliper; Front tire : 140 / 80 - 17 → Order this type of tire; Pressure : 2 bar

Transmission: 5 stage gearbox; Secondary cardan shaft

Rear axle: 2 lateral shock absorbers, Wheel travel : 94 mm (3.70 in); Braking 1 disc Ø 296 mm (11.65 in), 2-piston caliper; Rear tire : 170 / 80 - 15 → Order this type of tire; Pressure : 2.25 bar

Motor: two-cylinder 52° V , 4 strokes; 1 Ø 38 mm carburettor; Cooling system : liquid; 1 ACT; 3 valves per cylinder; 1,312 cc; 75 ch (74 hp) to 5,000 rpm; 12.60 mkg to 3,000 rpm; Power-to-weight ratio : 4.05 kg/ch; Weight / torque ratio : 23.81 kg/mkg; Compression : 9.2:1

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Competitors

Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2005

Suzuki VZ 1600 MARAUDER 2005

Harley-Davidson 1450 SOFTAIL SPRINGER FXSTS 2005

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Fuel consumption

Honda VTX 1300 S 2005 : 6 liters/100km (0.39 mpg)

Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2005 : 6.90 liters/100km (0.34 mpg)

Suzuki VZ 1600 MARAUDER 2005 : 6 liters/100km (0.39 mpg)

Harley-Davidson 1450 SOFTAIL SPRINGER FXSTS 2005 : 5.70 liters/100km (0.41 mpg)

Range

Honda VTX 1300 S 2005 : 300 km (186 miles)

Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2005 : 217 km (135 miles)

Suzuki VZ 1600 MARAUDER 2005 : 283 km (176 miles)

Harley-Davidson 1450 SOFTAIL SPRINGER FXSTS 2005 : 332 km (206 miles)

Torque

Honda VTX 1300 S 2005 : 12.6 mkg

Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2005 : 14.4 mkg

Suzuki VZ 1600 MARAUDER 2005 : 12 mkg

Harley-Davidson 1450 SOFTAIL SPRINGER FXSTS 2005 : 11.1 mkg

Power

Honda VTX 1300 S 2005 : 75 ch (74 hp)

Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2005 : 86 ch (84.80 hp)

Suzuki VZ 1600 MARAUDER 2005 : 74 ch (73 hp)

Harley-Davidson 1450 SOFTAIL SPRINGER FXSTS 2005 : 67 ch (66.10 hp)

Power-to-Weight ratio

Honda VTX 1300 S 2005 : 4.05 kg/ch

Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2005 : 3.24 kg/ch

Suzuki VZ 1600 MARAUDER 2005 : 3.97 kg/ch

Harley-Davidson 1450 SOFTAIL SPRINGER FXSTS 2005 : 4.77 kg/ch

Torque-to-Weight ratio

Honda VTX 1300 S 2005 : 23.81 kg/mkg

Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2005 : 19.1 kg/mkg

Suzuki VZ 1600 MARAUDER 2005 : 24.17 kg/mkg

Harley-Davidson 1450 SOFTAIL SPRINGER FXSTS 2005 : 28.38 kg/mkg

Speed

Honda VTX 1300 S 2005 : approximately 185 km/h (115 mph)

Yamaha 1670 ROAD STAR WARRIOR 2005 : 190 km/h (118.10 mph)

Suzuki VZ 1600 MARAUDER 2005 : approximately 180 km/h (111.80 mph)

Harley-Davidson 1450 SOFTAIL SPRINGER FXSTS 2005 : approximately 170 km/h (105.60 mph)

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Bikers' reviews Leave a review - 5 reviews

Pat Model 2004

I put a 130 in front, much easier to handle. In the US they have 110/90/19. 07/15/2022 16:25 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Pat

Zykos Model 2003

It's true that ground clearance is low, but stability is good for the 300kg pea.
With a passenger, it's a bit trickier to manoeuvre, especially in first gear, when you need to make a 1/2 turn. After all, it's a question of adaptation, and when you know your bike well, it's all good fun.
One hiccup, however, is that the daily km totalizer tends to jump when set to total km. In the absence of a fuel gauge, beware of running out of fuel!
VVVVVV Gazzzzz!
07/13/2015 12:15 Rating : 4/5 Respond to Zykos

bridable

siquall Model 2004

Bridgable to 25 kw or ? 03/24/2015 00:17 Rating : 4/5 Respond to siquall

confortable

marcus Model 2003

travels for two, the pleasure of turning the key and adventure with comfort assured, thank you Honda for this Honda vtx 1300. 10/05/2013 14:00 Rating : 3/5 Respond to marcus

robby vtx Model 2004

It's true that the finish isn't great, especially the paintwork, which practically scratches when you look at it, and most of the chrome parts are made of plastic! 12/19/2005 19:45 Rating : 5/5 Respond to robby vtx

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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the VTX 1300 S 2005

What is the power of the VTX 1300 S 2005?: The VTX 1300 S 2005 develops a power of 75 ch (74 hp)
What is the torque of the VTX 1300 S 2005?: The maximum torque of the VTX 1300 S 2005 is 12.60 mkg to 3,000 rpm.
What is the maximum speed of the VTX 1300 S 2005?: The VTX 1300 S 2005 is capable of reaching a top speed of approximately 185 km/h (115 mph) on the track.
What is the weight of the VTX 1300 S 2005?: The VTX 1300 S 2005 has a a dry weight of 300 kg (661 lb), a weight when fully loaded of 320 kg (705 lb).
What is the fuel consumption of the VTX 1300 S 2005?: Average fuel consumption is estimated at 6 l/100km (0.39 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
QWhat is the seat height of the VTX 1300 S 2005?: To ensure good accessibility, the VTX 1300 S 2005 offers a minimum seat height of 686 mm (27.01 in).
What is the price of the VTX 1300 S 2005?: The price of the VTX 1300 S 2005 is 11,900€ in France

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